The Strongest Dull Prince’s Secret Battle for the Throne

Chapter 388: The Unexpected Messenger

Chapter 388: The Unexpected Messenger

The reconstruction is going well.

The food problem was solved by the merchants of the east and when they noticed the business opportunity in the warhorses, they started to establish trade routes for it.

The towns for the displaced people are also taking shape with the cooperation of the Dwarves.

Macar, the King of the Dwarves, had a meeting with the influential nobles of the north with Char at the lead and began talking about making a dwarven settlement here.

To support that, I wrote a letter to my father about it.

However, I was only told that he would send a personal messenger to relay his reply.

No other details were given to me.

I wonder who will come.

Since it is His Majestys messenger then maybe it is the Prime Minister?

Sending the busy Prime Minister here is unrealistic since he has to deal with matters with the Dominion right now. It should be the other princes right?

Char argues against Elnas answer.

Since it appears to be the case, Elna looks a little dejected.

She cant beat Char in a battle of words after all.

Well, whoever it is, that person would be someone that has high enough honor to be the Emperors personal messenger. Try not to offend him.

I dont want to be told that by you, Al.

I dont think Al wants to hear that from a certain someone here as well though.

What did you say?

Do you have a complaint?

I am more proper than Al you know! And didnt I just save the north from the storm earlier!? Be more grateful to me!

That was Als plan right!? Besides, I still remember how you got scared of the river you know!?

I wasnt scared! I told you that I was just bad around it right!?

They started arguing again.

Char doesnt seem to be able to cooperate with Elna.

Elna on the other hand is the type that respects people who respect herself but she wont yield to the people who do not.

Thats why these two are incompatible.

Well, they dont really hate each other so it is fine I guess.

Im asking you here, dont argue in front of the messenger okay? My reputation will worsen.

Tell that to Charlotte!

Tell that to Elna!

They are in sync.

Now they are frowning at each other.

Seriously, are they getting along or not, which is it.

Sebas, how long until the messenger arrives?

Hmm. They should be here soon, sir.

Then I guess I should head out and receive them huh.

While I was thinking so I put the tea to my mouth.

At that moment, I heard a voice from behind me.

Welcoming me is alright but I am already here you know.

!?

I involuntarily spit out the tea.

After all, that familiar voice came directly from behind me.

Sebas, arent your skills growing dull? I easily managed to get behind him you know.

Ridiculing an elderly is not a good manner, sir. If someone such as you erase their presence and get behind me, of course, I wouldnt notice.

When Sebas is around, I usually do not put up barriers around me.

After all, getting behind me without Sebas noticing is almost impossible.

However, there are always exceptions.

And one of those few exceptions came here as a messenger.

I hurriedly got up from my chair and turned around.

There, I was met with a sight where a man with cherry-colored hair climbed into the room through the window.

His eyes are jade color.

Brave!? Why are you here!?

Otou-sama!?

Standing there was a slender middle-aged man.

His appearance makes it look like he is still in his thirties.

Neat face and tight body. However, he wears a friendly and gentle expression.

That is certainly the current Brave, Theobald von Amsberg.

I will apologize for appearing in such an ill-mannered way. I was just curious about how you all are doing.

Can you please dont do that, it is bad for my heart.

HaHaHa! You are not so soft as to get scared with this much right? You led the army of the northern nobles straight to the enemys rear, didnt you? Your enemies probably had it worse you know.

Im used to being the one doing the surprise not the one being surprised.

Thats no good. Life shines brighter with a little surprise after all.

Saying so, the Brave smiles and turns to Char.

Char who didnt expect the Brave himself to come is still solidified.

Marchioness Charlotte von Zweig I presumed? I am Theobald von Amsberg, the Brave. Its an honor to meet the new Thunder God.

The Brave swiftly extended his right hand to Char.

After wondering what to do for a while, Char quietly takes the Braves hand.

Ma, Marchioness Charlotte von Zweig..i, its an honor for me as well. Brave Amsberg.

Dont be so nervous. Even if you call me the Brave, I am not here to start anything. I am only taking a walk through the Empire after all.

Right.

Even if he called it taking a walk, this person is going around the Empire destroying every anti-Empire organization he found.

The more rural the area, the less the Emperors eyes can reach.

Thats why the Brave goes out in his stead and crushes such organizations.

It was originally the duty of the Imperial Knights before but because of the importance placed on the protection of the Emperor right now, the Brave has taken on that role.

Now, you might have already guessed but I have a message from His Majesty. You want to do the serious talk now? Al.

No, please give me some time

I seethen.

His gaze shifted toward Elna who had been avoiding him until now.

Receiving his gaze, Elnas back tensely straightens.

This is that huh.

The sermon.

Elnado you know what I want to say?

..I, Is it about how I didnt notice Otou-sama.?

So you understand. If I was an assassin then Als neck would be lying on the floor already you know?

M, My apology.

If an apology is sufficient then there wouldnt be a need for Imperial Knights in the first place. Given the situation of the Empire, the importance of each member of the Imperial Family is increasing. Not to mention that Al is currently the Warden of the North. One of the princes the Emperor relies on the most. That is the reason you are here. Do you misunderstand that you were dispatched here because you are on good terms with him?

You should be a little calmer. This is the reason why no one hasnt voice support for you for the position of Knight Commander yet.

YesI will devote myself to be better.

Seeing Elna being depressed in front of her father, I sighed.

These two are the same as usual.

Elna can not go against the Brave.

Brave. Elna is performing her duty well.

You always spoil her. Thats why she always lets her guard down when she is with you ever since shes a child.

The same goes for me as well. Elna is already helping me a lot by acting as my escort.

Good griefDo try not to be spoiled by Al too much.

Yes..I will be careful.

Seeing the depressed Elna, the Brave exhales.

From the point of view of the Brave, it seems that Elna still has a long way to go.

Well, hes her father so hes supposed to look stern in front of her.

Alright, I will go say hello to Her Highness Lizelotte. We can do the serious talk after that, is that alright with you?

Yes. thank you very much.

Marchioness Zweig. My apology but may I trouble you to guide the way?

Y, Yes! This way please!

With that said, the Brave left the room with Char.

Hearing their footsteps moving away, I and Elna exhaled at the same time.

Haaaaa.to think that the messenger is the Brave himself

My lifespan just shortened.

In front of that person, the two of you are children after all.

I sigh at Sebass words.

Why do the people who wont move as I plan all gathered here?

I smell some kind of harassment from this.

But at the same time, I dont think that my father would make a meaningless move.

It was a choice that accomplished his revenge and benefited the grand scale of things huh.

Maybe the serious talk the Brave was talking about is not just about the Dwarves.